Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Dodge Durango | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 5.7L V8 OHV-2v 360 hp@5150 390 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.8 in | 105.3 in | 14.5 in |
Length | 201.2 in | 187.8 in | 13.4 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 70.1 in | 5.7 in |
Height | 70.9 in | 57.3 in | 13.6 in |
Curb Weight | 5176 lb. | 3706 lb. | 1470 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.7 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 56.1 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 54.7 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.3 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.6 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 54.9 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 54.1 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 36.5 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 0.0 in | 50.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.8 in | 0.0 in | 42.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 0.0 in | 31.5 in |
Total Legroom | 110.4 in (over 3 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 31.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 33.7 ft3 | -16.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 33.7 | 14 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.5 ft3 | 60.5 ft3 | 24 ft3 |
2015 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Durango's relatively narrow width, a plus for handling, has the opposite impact on interior room. These are very much two sides of the same coin. Because the Durango's cabin isn't terribly wide it feels more agile than wider SUVs. But three passengers in the second row don't have as much space to spread out--those in a Nissan Pathfinder enjoy a couple more inches of shoulder room--and only two people can sit in the third row. (The Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and GM's large crossovers all have three belts back there.) Leg room in the Durango is much more competitive, but still a few inches short of class leading. This said, comfort isn't only a matter of interior dimensions. Both of the Durango's rear rows are well-upholstered and positioned higher off the floor than the three-row crossover norm. This benefits both thigh support and outward visibility. The Hyundai Santa Fe isn't far off in this regard, but the Nissan Pathfinder's seats are much closer to the floor, and less hospitable to adults as a result. Among the three, I'd prefer to be a rear seat passenger in the Dodge. Among large conventional SUVs, the Ford Expedition has a more comfortable third row, but the Chevrolet Tahoe (which retains a live rear axle despite a comprehensive redesign for the 2015 model year) doesn't come close. And the foot-shorter 4Runner? Its XXS third-row seat is best saved for emergencies. On the other side of the ledger, the Durango does have a higher floor than the typical car-based crossover. Getting in and out isn't as easy. This vies with curb weight as the top disadvantage of the Durango's conventional SUV configuration. see full Dodge Durango review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Dodge Durango.
2006 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
It took a while for me to adjust the seat properly, but after I did, I have to say the seating position and comfort rivaled many European sedans I have driven. I was not used to this level of comfort from an Asian-designed automobile. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I can fit three car seats in it. I can put my seat as far back as I need to and most adults can still sit comfortably in the back. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Large enough for a six foot fiver and still room in the back. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
front seat is designed to short for taller people. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
For short trips the Speed6 is fine. Longer than 2 hours in the car kills my back. Maybe the seats are cheaper in the Sport vs. the GT. Fortunately I've only taken 1 or 2 very long trips in it. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small for adults. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |